Today, the world is witnessing a rapid spread of mental illnesses inextricably linked to somatic ailments, the causes of which lie in the interaction of physical and mental factors. In the realities of our time in Ukraine, this problem is becoming increasingly relevant.

The proposed book is designed to help the general reader and healthcare professionals systematise knowledge about the current state of psychosomatic pathology, its history and prospects.

In a popular form:

- the etiopathogenetic mechanisms of formation of somatopsychic and psychosomatic disorders, methods and criteria for their diagnosis are revealed;

- the general principles of classification principles used in psychosomatics are presented, in particular, the features of ICD-10 and ICD-11 are highlighted;

- various aspects of their pharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatment are updated;

- a set of tests is presented for use by practitioners and clinical psychologists involved in the early diagnosis of psychosomatic disorders.

The book will be useful for readers who study the "body language" and "mysteries of the soul", doctors and psychologists in training and practice, students of medical institutions of higher education, as well as anyone interested in improving their own well-being, the health of children and loved ones.